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Thailand reaches top 50 in startup rankings
Thailand has climbed into the global top 50 startup rankings for the first time in six years, bolstered by its growing strength as Southeast Asia's leading medical technology hub.
PromptPay Transaction Value Hits 4.24 Trillion Baht in April
PromptPay processed 2.21 billion transactions worth 4.24 trillion baht in April, with transaction volume up 13% year-over-year despite the Songkran festival period shifting spending patterns toward tourism and household expenses.
Unnecessary laws to get the chop
BANGKOK: The Thai government is preparing to reform more than 7,000 economic laws, initially focusing on 10 to 20 key statutes in an effort to reduce obstacles to doing business in the country.
Unai Emery Opens Up After Securing Fifth Europa League Title in 12 Years
Unai Emery won his fifth Europa League title as Aston Villa defeated Freiburg 3-0, delivering the Birmingham club their first continental trophy in 44 years and their first major silverware in three decades.
Industry confidence dips amid energy price fears
BANGKOK: The Thai Industries Sentiment Index (TISI) continued to fall in April to 85.3 points, down from 88.6 in March, attributed to the impact of the prolonged US-Israeli war with Iran.
Tasteful Thailand Wins Major Gold Award on Global Stage, Celebrating Thai Cuisine Soft Power
The "Tasteful Thailand" documentary series won a Gold award at the prestigious Telly Awards, showcasing Thai cuisine's global appeal through ten episodes featuring Michelin-starred chefs exploring essential cooking ingredients.
PM Reiterates Crackdown on Influential Figures, Pledges Protection for Workers; Ready to Take Responsibility if Failed
Prime Minister Anutin Charnvirakul directed provincial governors and police commanders to crack down on influential figures and criminals while protecting workers, pledging to take personal responsibility if the security initiatives fail. T
Big News! Ae Chern Yim and Jib Chern Yim Buy Lottery Tickets with Numbers from Sangkh Dok Sadao's Final Breath
Comedians Ae Chern Yim and Jib Chern Yim purchased lottery tickets at a Buddhist merit-making ceremony in Suphan Buri using lucky numbers derived from the final blood pressure reading of late entertainer Sangkh Dok Sadao.
Japanese Football Association Agrees on Sustainability Framework with UEFA Despite AFC Membership
Japan's Football Association has partnered with UEFA to advance sustainability efforts through the "Asu-Pass!" initiative, with the European body sharing expertise despite Japan's AFC membership. The agreement focuses on reducing consumptio
'Thaeng' Urges 'Anutin' to Review Issue of Privy Councilors Attending Disaster Board Meetings
Pheu Thai party leader Nattapong Ruengpanya urged Prime Minister Anutin to review the appropriateness of privy councilors attending National Disaster Prevention and Mitigation Commission meetings, calling the practice an incorrect principle
Srisuwarn Files Complaint with Election Commission Seeking to Dissolve Pheu Thai Party Over Posts Allegedly Defaming the Privy Council
A patriotic organization leader filed a complaint with Thailand's Election Commission on May 21, seeking to dissolve the Pheu Thai Party over Facebook posts he claims defame the Privy Council and implicate the Monarchy.
Fresh Music News – Porsche Debuts as 'SVRN' with First Single 'WHY,' Exploring Deep Emotional Depths
Porsche Siwakorn returns with a new solo identity as 'SVRN,' debuting on GLIIDE label with the introspective single 'WHY,' a moody exploration of emotional pain and unanswered questions.